Preparations are underway for a major technological overhaul in Bihar to combat both conventional crimes and emerging criminal trends. The Crime Investigation Department (CID) has set a six-month target to fully digitise investigation-related work across the state.
Key Changes in the New System
Under the new system, charge sheets and final reports linked to First Information Reports (FIRs) will no longer be accepted in physical form and must be submitted online. To facilitate this transition, police personnel are undergoing regular technical and field training through the Higher Training School and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC).
Mandatory Training in Modern Technology
With new criminal laws in effect since 2024, police headquarters has made specialised training in modern technology, advanced investigation techniques, and forensic science mandatory for officers and personnel. Additional Director General (CID) Paras Nath emphasised that scientific and time-bound investigations are essential for effective crime control.
“To achieve this, CID is running a special 12-day training programme. Since last year, 2,018 police officers have been trained across six batches,” Nath said during a press conference in Patna. He also stated that Bihar Police plans to make all investigations completely digital within the next five to six months. “Multiple digital apps are being used, with data updates and online monitoring systems in place,” he added.
Expansion of CCTNS and Digital Tools
The ADG highlighted that the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network System (CCTNS) is being used extensively for quality investigations. “Currently, 968 among around 1,300 police stations across the state are linked. The remaining stations will be connected soon. Through CCTNS, FIRs, case diaries, charge sheets, and final reports can be viewed online,” he said.
Data shows a significant increase in digital filings: FIRs uploaded on CCTNS rose from 26,335 in January to 26,981 in April 2026, while charge sheets increased from 26,660 to 37,631 during the same period.
Strengthening Scientific Investigations
The CID is also expanding the use of the e-Sakshya App, forensic science tools, fingerprint identification systems, and integrated criminal justice platforms to strengthen scientific, transparent, and evidence-based investigations. These measures aim to enhance efficiency and accountability in the state’s law enforcement system.
